Students from the Department of Law Visited Erbil Orphanage to Provide Aid and Gifts

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November 25, 2025
Civic and Social Responsibility Initiatives, Community Engagement and Collaboration, Educational
Credit: 90

As part of a humanitarian initiative that embodies the spirit of giving and social responsibility among students, students from the Department of Law at Cihan University-Erbil, under the supervision of Professor Dr. Hisham Hashem Mikael, visited the Erbil orphanage to provide essential aid and gifts to orphaned children.

The orphanage director, Mr. Sherwan Abdul Rahman Hussein, welcomed the students and expressed his heartfelt thanks and gratitude for this initiative, which brings joy to the children’s hearts and fosters social solidarity.

During the visit, the students distributed aid and gifts to the children, in addition to spending quality time with them through recreational activities aimed at improving their psychological and social well-being. The students emphasized the importance of supporting this vulnerable group and creating a conducive environment for their growth and development.

Professor Dr. Hisham highlighted that this visit is part of the community service activities organized by the Department of Law at Cihan University, aimed at encouraging students to actively contribute to community service.

At the end of the visit, the children expressed their immense happiness with the initiative and hoped for more events like this to be held that bring hope and joy to their lives.

Volunteers

#	Image	Name	Duration	Credits
1		Cihan University – Erbil	3	85
2		Hesham Hashm Mikayil	3	85

Community Engagement and Collaboration, Health Awareness and Community Empowerment

‏Within the “Zakat Al-Elm” program. Cihan University-Duhok Concludes First Aid Course for Peshmerga Forces

Within the “Zakat Al-Elm” program. Cihan University-Duhok Concludes First Aid Course for Peshmerga Forces

Under the directives of Prof. Dr. Zeravan Abdulmohsen Asaad, President of Cihan University-Duhok, and as part of the commitment to community awareness and development across various societal groups within the framework of the university’s “Zakat Al-Elm” project, and in coordination with the Peshmerga Cultural Center, the closing ceremony of the specialized First Aid course was held on Monday, July 13, 2026.

The course was conducted for the Medical Field Unit (9th Division) of the Peshmerga forces and presented by Mr. Bassam Showkat, an international trainer and specialist in Anesthesia and Intensive Care.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, certificates of participation and appreciation were distributed to the successful participants, honoring their efforts and highlighting the importance of empowering the brave Peshmerga forces with essential field and emergency medical skills.

Community Engagement and Collaboration, Health Awareness and Community Empowerment

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Field Visit to Medical Laboratories:

Introducing students to modern equipment and devices used for testing, and providing them with practical training in scientific and applied procedures.

Health Awareness Seminar:

A seminar presented by Mr. Bassam Shawkat, covering general and important topics related to public health.
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Explaining the concept of accountability as a cornerstone for academic integrity and quality assurance.

Analysing university regulations and bylaws that define the rights and duties of faculty members